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Sullivan Lyrics


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Out of sight
I dont wanna waste
the sunrise
suicide
im gonna
make you mine
a photograph
that blurred the lines of love
I must do whats right
you dont wanna
waste my downtime
polarized
its the weakness
of the light
a photograph
that blurred the lines of love

I dont wanna let the sunrise down
But im focused on the sights and sounds
I can see it in your sunday shoes
That you've been around
Oh you've been around
Baby Im afraid to let you know
The secrets that im too ashamed to show
But i want you back
Here in pieces

I could patronize
The children of
the dark side
galvanized
in a meeting
of the minds
a photograph
that blurred the lines of love

I dont wanna let the sunrise down
But im focused on the sights and sounds
I can see it in your sunday shoes
That you've been around
Oh you've been around
Baby Im afraid to let you know
The secrets that im too ashamed to show
But i want you back

Cant get you out of my mind
I dont wanna lay the switchblade down
I want you out of my life
Before it cuts you out

Baby Im afraid to let you know
The secrets that im too ashamed to show
But i want you back

Out of sight
I dont wanna waste
the sunrise
suicide
im gonna
make you mine

I dont wanna let the sunrise down
But im focused on the sights and sounds
I can see it in your sunday shoes
That you've been around
Oh you've been around
Baby Im afraid to let you know
The secrets that im too ashamed to show




But i want you back
Here in pieces

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sullivan's song "Pieces" depict the inner turmoil of a person torn between his desire for someone and his fear of revealing his true self. The song opens with the lines "Out of sight, I don't wanna waste the sunrise, suicide, I'm gonna make you mine". These lyrics could be interpreted to mean that the singer is trying to hide his feelings for someone and is afraid of wasting his time on this person. However, he wants to make this person his own even if it means sacrificing himself in the process.


In the subsequent lines, a photograph that blurs the lines of love is mentioned. This could be interpreted to mean that the singer has a past with the person he is pursuing, which is now affecting their present relationship. The singer further reveals his fear of exposing his true self when he says "Baby I'm afraid to let you know, the secrets that I'm too ashamed to show, but I want you back here in pieces". He wants the person back but is too scared to show his vulnerable side, which makes him feel incomplete.


The chorus of the song repeats several times and emphasizes the singer's fear of losing someone he desires, yet he is struggling to come forth with his true feelings. In the end, he wishes to be alone as it will keep the person he desires safe from his emotional turmoil. The song concludes with lines "I don't wanna let the sunrise down, but I'm focused on the sights and sounds" depicting how the singer is trying to be strong and move on from his desire.


Overall, the song "Pieces" by Sullivan portrays the bittersweet feeling of wanting someone but being afraid to reveal and face one's true self.


Line by Line Meaning

Out of sight
Feeling lost or unseen


I dont wanna waste the sunrise
Not wanting to miss out on opportunities or good things in life


suicide
Feeling overwhelmed and possibly considering drastic actions


im gonna make you mine
Determined to win over or possess someone


a photograph that blurred the lines of love
A picture that is ambiguous or unclear when it comes to feelings or relationships


I must do what's right
Feeling a sense of obligation or responsibility to make the right decision


you dont wanna waste my downtime
Someone trying to keep the singer busy or productive, not leaving time to rest or relax


polarized
Feeling divided or conflicted, extreme opposites that don't align


its the weakness of the light
Flaws or imperfections that become visible or pronounced in well-lit situations


I dont wanna let the sunrise down
Not wanting to miss out on opportunities or good things in life


But im focused on the sights and sounds
Distracted by what's going on around, unable to fully engage or commit


I can see it in your sunday shoes that you've been around
Picking up on clues or symbols that someone has been involved in certain activities or lifestyles


Baby Im afraid to let you know the secrets that im too ashamed to show
Fearful of revealing personal information or vulnerabilities due to shame or guilt


But i want you back here in pieces
Desiring to reconnect with someone, but only if it's in a fragmented or broken way


I could patronize the children of the dark side
Feeling superior or condescending towards those who act or think differently


galvanized in a meeting of the minds
Coming together with others who share similar views or interests, resulting in a stronger bond or sense of purpose


Cant get you out of my mind
Obsessing over someone, unable to stop thinking about them


I dont wanna lay the switchblade down
Not wanting to let go of harmful or self-destructive behavior


I want you out of my life before it cuts you out
Feeling that being around the singer may cause harm or damage to the other person




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Comments from YouTube:

Alice C. S.

Omg this music is so amazing! That voice and the lyrics and all the instruments.... <3 <3

Spartan Records

What are your favorite songs on Sullivan's new album, "Heavy Is The Head?" We love so many that it's hard to pick just one! Brooks from the band has gone on record saying that "Pieces" is one of his personal favorites. Watch the new lyric video below and if you don't have your copy of the album yet, grab it on iTunes or on limited edition vinyl or CD at spartancords.com!

Isaiah Wonnenberg

"What's Good for the King" is easily the best!

Atomsk AMV

1 Corinthians 15:1 - Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand;
1 Corinthians 15:2 - By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:3 - For I delivered unto you first of all that which I also received, how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures;
1 Corinthians 15:4 - And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:
John 3:16 - For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Acts 16:30 - And brought them out, and said, Sirs, what must I do to be Saved?
Acts 16:31 - And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy House.

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